2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2008 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Venza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
